41 Best Soup near Waltham

“When you walk into Mu Lan it is like you are transported to Taiwan. They have some "Americanized" dishes, however they are known for their authentic dishes. My Chinese friends that also own restaurants told me that Mu Lan is the real deal. I went at lunchtime. Most tables were occupied. I was one of the only non-Asian customers. To me, that's a sign of a great restaurant. As soon as I sat, they brought me over tea, water with lemon, a ramikin of peanuts and a ramikin of pickled cabbage and carrots. A very pleasant start to the meal. My waiter, an older gentleman with glasses was very friendly and was one of the English speaking employees. Part of their menu is written in Taiwanese. Those items had pictures. You can also easily use your cell and Google translate. I should note the restaurant was extremely clean and had nice Asian decor. They give you chopsticks. There is forks/spoons available if needed. I use chopsticks at home so this wasn't an issue. I started with a cup of Hot and Sour Soup. It's a favorite dish of mine and I was curious to see how they did it. Great flavors with the normal fillers like tofu, golden needle, black fungus, egg etc. Had a good amount of heat to clear your nose. My next course was half of the House Duck. Also delicious! Although reading the reviews it sounds like people lean towards the Smoked Duck. I finished with some Cuttlefish Dumplings! These were amazing! I believe the wrapper was black from squid ink. Overall, very happy with the food and the little extras they give you.

When they bring out the bill, they also bring Orange slices!!! Kind of like the pineapple back in the day! They have a large menu with a lot of interesting choices. From a cultural perspective it was really fascinating to watch some of the families eat. Each person would get a bowl of rice. Then the table would get two giant bowls
One looked like a soup. The family members would pick at the big bowls and place items on their rice. After a few bites they would repeat the process.

Definitely worth checking out for great fresh, authentic Taiwanese/Chinese food. Prices were very reasonable! Excited to go back and try something new!

Parking: I didn't have trouble finding street parking!

Kid-friendliness: Kid friendly if your kid has an adventurous palette.“

“Beautiful and spacious, with a whole patio of outdoor seating. Doors have an automatic button too! My complaint is that their wifi is SO bad.Every time I stop off, forgetting this fact, I find myself annoyed that I need to relocate for my remote work!It makes me not want to come back! How hard is it to have decent wifi?Please fix this!!!Employeez were super friendly and the place was very clean and, other than slightly heavy doors, accessible, parking is VAST (massive parking lot), and it’s close to the highway.“

“Best Chinese I’ve ordered since moving to Waltham! Everything is super flavorful and portions are big- I had enough for 3 meals. It was ready within 15 minutes of order and tasted fresh. Counter service super friendly too, they made sure to wait until I was there to give me my drink from the fridge so it stayed cold which I thought was nice. Second time ordering here and both times were great!“

“#BreadLove for Life, yo!“

“Very welcoming. I got there about an hour before closing so I picked my food quickly. I had the Creamy Tum Yum and added a little chili oil to it for some spice. It is a great dish for someone who wants flavor with little to no heat. There was plenty of pork and two shrimp tails. I also had the Thai Tea which from the picture in the menu I was worried was a premade mix. Instead it came out fresh and required me to swirl it around to blend the cream. Perfect flavor and temperature. Not overly sweet like some places make it.

The atmosphere was laid back with some cool art work on the walls. Definitely gave a college town feel. The bathroom could use some work. It wasn't scary. It was clean and well stocked but it is definitely on the back burner when it comes to decorating.

I'm surprised they don't have merchandise. Their logo would be a cool patch on a hat. Seems like most restaurants are doing this now and I'm here for it. Better than buying shot glasses.

Anyways, check the place out for some good hot pots, ramen, etc. when in the area.“

“The chili is amazing. I can’t ever make it home without digging in on the way. Getting soup and chicken from the same place is genius, a full meal that tastes like it came from your own kitchen.“

“I had an amazing experience here! The moment we walked in they were super welcoming. Their food was absolutely amazing and what made my experience even more special was their generosity. They offered us some free food and went above and beyond which was super thoughtful. If you're looking for a local Greek restaurant in Somerville this is definitely the place. I'll definitely be coming back!“

“The Mexican food in this place is AWESOME! My friends and I get a really great experience there, every single dish thaw we tried was phenomenal! You have to try the avocado cheese cake, is my favorite there!! Service was great and the spot makes you feel like in a real Mexican restaurant.“

“Casual Szechuan noodle bar that offers comforting flavors.

Szechuan cuisine has always been popular, but the competition in Allston has really been heating up lately. While MH holds the popularity crown by a wide margin, spots like Little Tao often get overshadowed. I've dropped by Little Tao a few times for lunch, and for a place that proudly advertises zero MSG, the flavors were bold.

Little Tao’s signature dishes are undoubtedly their Szechuan noodles, like the Chengdu noodles and Twice Cooked Pork noodles. Each bowl comes bathed in rich chili oil, with savory meat toppings adding that salty/umami punch. Despite the generous pour of chili oil, the spice level is actually pretty manageable. My only gripe? The noodles weren’t fully drained, which thinned out the flavors a bit.

From their regular Szechuan menu, I’ve tried the Mapo Tofu, Pickled Fish Fillet, and Braised Beer Duck. The first two were solid—not the best I’ve had around here, but still good. The Braised Beer Duck, though, was a different story; it was more of a chore than a meal. They serve it chopped bone-in, with barely any meat on the pieces, so I was pretty much left with picking around more bones than bites.

Overall, ia great spot to swing by for some straightforward, comforting Szechuan noodles. While I haven’t fully explored the rest of their menu, I’d suggest sticking with the noodles.“

“This Thai restaurant was recommended by a friend, and it did not disappoint—absolutely delicious!

The Leng Zapp was amazing: the soup is sour and spicy, and while the first sip might be intense, it gets tastier once you get used to the flavour. The pork ribs were incredibly tender and flavorful—highly recommend! The pork leg had a slightly sweet taste, but it was well-seasoned and paired perfectly with the rice. The overall price is reasonable too.

The only downside is the limited seating, so be sure to arrive early!“

“Amazing, fresh, authentic…served with a smile.“

“Sandwich’s was so delicious 😋“

“The absolute best breakfast/lunch spot in Newton!“

“The food at Café Mami was good, but the service was truly exceptional. The lady working there was incredibly kind, attentive, and made sure our dining experience was as pleasant as possible. One downside is that the restaurant is quite small, with only two or three tables, so on a busy day, you might expect a long wait. However, the overall experience was very enjoyable, it’s definitely worth checking out if you’re in the area.“

“I go there almost every week because if the amazing food and service. I would definitely recommend the L.A 갈비 ( LA Galbee.) If you are in vacation to Boston, it’s a must go.

Kid-friendliness: Every kid would love this!!!“

“A  reliably fresh poke spot in Porter Square.

For the past few months, Ono Pokebar has been one of my go-to delivery spots for poke bowls, and that’s largely because of one key factor: consistency. The number one thing I look for in a poke bar is reliable portion sizes. When these places first open, they usually get great reviews for their generous servings, but give it a few months, and the portions start shrinking until they’re no different from any other run-of-the-mill poke spot. Sure, creative toppings and unique sauces can add some flair, but if I can’t count on consistent portions from visit to visit, I’m less likely to return.

That’s what sets Ono Pokebar apart. Most of the time, the bowls are served up by members of the owner’s family, so the portions are reliably the same every time. While they might not be the biggest bowls out there, they’re just the right size to leave me satisfied without worrying if I’ll still be hungry afterward.

When it comes to their poke, Ono Pokebar delivers exactly what you’d expect from a solid spot—fresh fish, flavorful sauces, and all the crunchy toppings that make a bowl satisfying. While they don’t have a ton of unique toppings, it’s the kind of reliable place I’d dash to the moment a poke craving hits.

Parking: Porter square plaza parking lot“

“Best Chinese food around and the best customer service! Always so friendly and the foods always fresh! I highly recommend“

“This place is amazing. I’ve been coming here for years and I really enjoy the food. My family and I especially love the special beef noodle soup and the glass noodle soup with shrimp. The employees are so sweet and accommodating. 10/10 recommend to everyone looking for yummy food!“

“The food here is great . Scallion pancake wraps with beef ,crispy chicken or shrimp are fantastic . Steamed buns , dumplings and noodle dishes too . Service is great . It's a small place , only a few tables , so takeout may be a good option . Definitely worth the trip .

Parking: On street parking . I've never had a problem , but it is a little tight in the neighborhood .“

“Excellent! Pad Thai with Crispy Chicken“

“Great food and excellent service at this cute hole-in-the-wall cafe inside the Armory. Diverse breakfast, brunch, and lunch menu with very reasonable prices, tons of seating, great art displayed all around the dining area, and a cool stage for live music.“

“It was very good! I ordered a level three spicy though, and almost couldn't eat it, beware!“

“FOOD WAS AWESOME! OUR SERVER DYLAN WAS TOP-NOTCH! THE SCHOOL IS VERY CLEAN! MY FRIENDS AND I CAN'T WAIT TO GO BACK!

Wheelchair accessibility: DUE TO ANY INJURY, I WAS ON CRUTCHES AND EVEN IF I HAD MY WALKER, I WOULD NOT HAVE ANY PROBLEMS. IT IS HANDICAP ACCESSABLE!

Dietary restrictions: I HAVE SEVERE FOOD ALLERGIES AND THE SCHOOL COULDN'T HAVE BEEN MORE CARING AND PLEASANT TO MAKE SURE I WAS WELL TAKING CARE OF!“

“Diamond in the rough! The best Crab Rangoon! Delicious drinks, great atmosphere!“

“I've had food from this restaurant a couple of times before and I have to say that they provide a wide variety of options from noodles to rice and chicken to seafood. Food is definitely great especially if you want to order the lunch special to reduce cost of spending. Lunch specials still give a decently good value and customer service goes beyond. Just today it was raining mad hard and one of the workers gave me an umbrella. You simply just can't beat that.“

“great owner and great workers Amy Amanda Sheila hard workers all the food is excellent and a very clean restaurant“

“This is still a fairly new location, it's very nice, clean & attractive, large & spacious with wifi and outlets for phone charging. The squash soup with toasted pumpkins was the BEST!!! And the the cafe latte and bacon BLT on tomato bread was perfect, plenty of bacon. Service was fast. It wasn't very crowded until around 12:30 pm when I left. My only issue is the prices are too high for what you get in size and quantity of food, otherwise a great place for a meal or fancy coffee & a relatively quiet place to sit and relax, highly recommended!“

“Food is warm and cozy on a rainy night! Everything we’ve ordered is always prepared quickly and with care, and tastes just as you’re hoping. Portions are generous and always piping hot. We keep coming back!

Vegetarian options: Most items can be made vegetarian with tofu or just veggies.

Parking: There always seems to be free street parking right outside.

Kid-friendliness: Plenty of options for picky kiddos.“

“Been going here for years, but recently they upgraded their systems and decor.

Staff here is friendly, but may appear menacing. They are just very direct, but mean well.

Food here is superb, got a bunch of different dishes and they were all delicious.“

“Great place to grab breakfast.
For years we've been getting the egg and cheese Croissants which are fresh made and great value. Not the dry crusted croissants one can expect from the coffee shop America runs on.
Drop by and fuel up in the morning.
A good quick stop!

Parking: Parking is available out front and is handicap accessible.“

“Great sushi, good portions. Fresh fish. Family atmosphere and good service.“

“Delicious tasty 😋 I love Falafel Place“

“I was visiting frequently before my dad was transferred to a hospice center. I wish I could remember the cashier’s name who helped me. She was always SO KIND and put a huge smile on my face, having no idea what I was going through. The rest of the staff is great too. The food always came out quickly and it was delicious.“

“Let me preface this by saying I have never been to this location as I live in Arizona. Imagine my surprise when I get an email stating I have a rapid order ready for pickup at this location. I open my app and sure enough someone used my giftcard balance to purchase food. I immediately called and the employee confirmed I had an order and passed me to the manager. She immediately canceled my order with a refund and told me the steps to prevent this from happening again. Kudos to this location and manager for helping me!“

“Good food but the Mediterranean grain bowl is not nearly as good as the lentil one with umami“

“Friends and I stopped by to grab a bite and witnessed a really beautiful moment! A child and their parent were in the store, and their Minnie balloon floated to the ceiling with no string attached. An employee named Victor tried to grab the balloon and when they couldn’t, Victor went to the back, grabbed a step stool and got the balloon down. Victor deserves some recognition!Maria gave us our food, 3 soups and sandwiches, and all were good.“

“Our family always enjoys the food from Dragon Star! The fried crab meat bites were delicious are a great new menu item! Lunch specials are fantastic for on the go pickup when l used to work in Washington Square. We love the various dinner specials Delights and Happy Family!!!“

“Most mouthwatering dumpling in townTheir stir fry dishes are kinda amazing . Even their chicken with vegetables sounds pretty common but theirs amazing. I took my brother here and said to him "taste theor chicken with vegetables. Its amazing isn't it" and he said yes it is . And he dines and all the fine resterants in the Washington dc area. And in these times of inflation, they really haven't raised their prices as much as other restaurants have“

“The best Indian Food I have ever had. I got the Butter Chicken (cooked in a creamy tomato type sauce along with rice and plain naam. Just delicious! Plus leftovers.“

“nice place, very good food and wonderful service. special thanks to supervisor kevin! congratulations for the affection and attention“